Understand and Manage Gastrointestinal Problems in Children

Understand and Manage Gastrointestinal Problems in Children

Digestive problems in kids can affect their growth and make them feel uneasy. But how can they differentiate between a passing tummy trouble and a serious disorder? By understanding the symptoms in children, you can help your child get the right treatment. In this...
Common myths & key facts about Gallstones

Common myths & key facts about Gallstones

Gallstones are hardened deposits of bile (digestive fluid) that can form in your gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ on the right side of your abdomen beneath the liver). A gallstone specialist doctor in Kolkata states that the size of a gallstone can range from...
What causes bleeding in the digestive tract?

What causes bleeding in the digestive tract?

Bleeding in the digestive tract, often known as gastrointestinal bleeding, is a serious medical condition that can occur at any place along the digestive system from the esophagus to the rectum. The bleeding may occur from a small area such as an ulcer on the lining...
Hernia in men vs. women: Know the difference

Hernia in men vs. women: Know the difference

Hernia is a common condition that occurs when an organ protrudes through a weakened muscle. While hernias can affect both men and women, there are some differences in the types of hernias that are more common in each gender. Understanding these differences can help...
55-year-old HIV patient undergoes complex bile duct surgery

55-year-old HIV patient undergoes complex bile duct surgery

Initial evaluation of the illness A 55-year-old patient was suffering from a complex bile duct condition. He has developed an obstruction in his bile duct with the formation of multiple large stones. He was undergoing long-term treatment, but there was no effective...